A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-06 - 1920-12-07
Summary:

A tidal wave of thrills sweeps through the fifteen episodes of 'The Man Might' [sic], the first three of which will be seen at the Woping Theatre, 87, Des Voeux Road, Central, opposite the Central Market, on December 7th, 1920 at 7.30 and 9.30 p.m. William Duncan in this Vitagraph…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-06
Summary:

The man of might' is the fitting name of a serial in which William Duncan, Vitagraph's famous star and director, is the leading figure. It will be seen in the Wo Ping Theatre on 7th December, 1920. Film synopsis included. The Wo Ping Theatre is situated in Des Voeux Road, Central, just…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-07 - 1920-12-08
Summary:

Tonight at 7.30 and 9.30 p.m., William Duncan in Vitagraph's newest serial, 'The Man of Might,' episodes 1, 2 and 3 of 6 parts. Also Mack Sennett Comedy. Prices: 50, 40 and 30 cents. Half price of soldiers and sailors in uniform.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-07
Summary:

It happens in the first episode of 'The Man of Might.' No Vitagraph serial would open without it – a fight between William Duncan and Joe Ryan, a fight such as thrilled millions who saw 'The Fighting Trail' and 'A Fight for Millions.' This will be seen in the Wo…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-11 - 1920-12-11
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., under the auspices of the Coronet, H. W. Ray presents Geraldine Farrar in 'Shadows.' Also Pathe Gazette and Rolin Comedy. String Band in attendance.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-14 - 1920-12-15
Summary:

December 14th and 15th at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Vitagraph presents William Duncan in their newest serial, 'The Man of Might,' episodes 10, 11 and 12. Matinee, Wednesday, December 15th at 2.30 p.m., 'The Man of Might' episodes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-16 - 1920-12-18
Summary:

December 16th and 17th at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Vitagraph presents William Duncan in the final episodes of their serial, 'The Man of Might,' episodes 13, 14 and 15 (final). Important notice: there will be no more cinema performances at this theatre after the 17th December until further…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-29 - 1921-06-29
Summary:

Jack Dempsey (the world's champion heavy weight boxer) in a Pathe serial, 'Daredevil Jack,' the principal attraction tonight at the Woping Theatre, which starts its career today as an up-to-date picture house under the management of H. W. Ray. The theatre is the largest in town--…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-04 - 1921-07-04
Summary:

At the Coronet: Hongkong's favourite comedienne, Madge Kennedy is starring tonight in a sparkling Goldwyn comedy, 'Friend Husband.' At the Kowloon: Pathe presents H. B. Warner in the magnificent photodrama, 'Felix O'Day.' At the Woping Theatre: for the last time,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-09
Summary:

A season of laughter and mystery commences at the Woping Theatre on Friday night, when Chefalo and Palermo play their return engagement for six nights. Mr Ray is to be congratulated on securing these famous magicians for his newly acquired Wo Ping theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-09
Summary:

In taking over Woping Theatre, Mr. Ray, General Manager, Hongkong Amusements Ltd., announced that they are securing Chefalo and Palermo, the great magicians to perform for six nights.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-13
Summary:

The versatility of Chefalo and Palermo will be further exemplified when they play their return engagement at the Wo Ping Theatre. Mr Ray announces that he will present this gigantic illusion at quite moderate admission prices.